Category Specialist, Valves, Fittings, Flanges & Process Equipment
Core
Develop and execute category strategies for valves, fittings, flanges, and process equipment across the full lifecycle, managing supplier performance and contract formation for an enterprise-wide spend of approx. $300 Million.
Role type
Category Specialist (Procurement)
Builds
Category strategies, supplier relationships, and procurement contracts for energy infrastructure equipment.
Domain
Energy infrastructure / Industrial procurement
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Category strategy development, spend analysis, supplier performance management, contract negotiation, standardization initiatives, cross-regional coordination, project execution support, change management, market intelligence, forecasting
Preferred skills
Supply Chain Management designation (ISM, SCMP, CSCMP, IACCM), Professional Engineer or PMP, experience with valves/fittings/flanges/process equipment, SAP/Ariba/MS Project/Excel proficiency
Technologies
SAP, Ariba, MS Project, Excel
Responsibilities
Lead category strategies for valves, fittings, flanges, and process equipment; drive data-based decisions through market intelligence and spend analysis; identify and compile long-term demand forecasts; facilitate materials and equipment standardization; coordinate enterprise-wide initiatives across business units and regions; manage supplier performance and relationships; lead contract formation, negotiation, and claims management.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC